PSYCHIATRIC NURSE

Job Summary Provides the full range of nursing care to psychiatric patients in an inpatient setting in the Department of Nursing, at Saint Elizabeths Hospital. Participates with the interdisciplinary team in formulating, evaluating, and revising the total treatment plan. Administers appropriate medication and treatment. Also may provide face‑to‑face counseling services to the individual consumer, groups, or family members for symptom and behavior management, development, restoration or enhancement of adaptive behaviors and skills; and enhancement or maintenance of daily living skills. Provides comprehensive nursing care for complex psychiatric patients and guides nursing staff in the implementation of complex nursing interventions. Leads therapeutic groups with patients and co‑leads therapeutic groups with other nursing staff to guide them in the development of their group skills. Qualifications One (1) year of required specialized professional nursing experience as a Registered Nurse, sufficiently related to psychiatric nursing in a hospital setting. Education and Experience Associate Degree – 3 years RN experience Baccalaureate Degree – 2 years RN experience Licensure & Certification Applicants must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse with the District of Columbia (or have applied for licensure). Essential Employee As an Essential employee, you will be required to report to work or stay at work during a declared emergency. Work Environment Work in a controlled environment and involves some exposure to moderate risk of accidents and requires following basic safety precautions. COVID‑19 Vaccination Must be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19, except when medically advised or violates sincerely held religious beliefs in violation of EEO laws. Proof of vaccination or exemption must be submitted to HR before beginning work. Position Designation: Safety Sensitive Criminal background check Traffic record check (as applicable) Pre‑employment drug and alcohol test Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test Post‑accident or incident drug and alcohol test Random drug and alcohol test Return‑to‑duty or follow‑up drug and alcohol test Equal Opportunity Employer The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation. Job offers are made by the office of Human Resources only. #J-18808-Ljbffr